Male Support Worker – Complex Needs

We are looking for a male support worker to join an exceptional team supporting an incredible man with complex needs, while one of his long-standing support workers takes paternity leave.

In just 9 months, this gentleman has come on in leaps and bounds. With the right support around him, he is:

• Engaging more meaningfully
• Accessing his environment more confidently
• Living with far fewer restrictions
• Building confidence, joy, and independence

This progress has been achieved through consistency, respect, positive relationships, and a strong support team who genuinely believe in him.

Who are we looking for?

We\’re looking for someone calm, grounded, positive, and full of get-up-and-go. Someone who:

• Has a can-do attitude
• Leads with patience, humour, and empathy
• Wants to make a real difference, not just do a job
• Can work confidently as part of a strong, supportive male team

This gentleman has an infectious laugh, a brilliant sense of humour, and the ability to light up a room. When supported in a way that is meaningful to him, he is an absolute pleasure to support.

What will you be doing?

You\’ll be supporting him to live life to the fullest in ways that matter to him, including:

• Swimming once or twice per week
• Go-karting
• Walks on the beach
• Encouraging a positive mindset
• Supporting him towards coastal walks, a big goal for 2026

Experience & skills

• Experience in Positive Behaviour Support is ideal
• Understanding of restrictive practices, and that restraint should only ever be used as an absolute last resort, in line with best practice and legislation
• On rare occasions, if unwell or struggling to communicate his needs, he may display behaviour that can be challenging — calm, trauma-informed, and relationship-based support is key

Support structure (2:1)

This is a2:1 support , meaning you will always be working alongside a competent, experienced, and well-established member of the team. You will never be left unsupported, and teamwork and consistency are central to how this support is delivered.

Safeguarding & professionalism

We are fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults. All staff are expected to:

• Work in line with safeguarding policies and procedures
• Maintain professional boundaries at all times
• Report any safeguarding concerns immediately

The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, and full safer-recruitment checks. Ongoing supervision, training, and support will be provided.

Essentials

• Driver essential
• Male support worker (due to the needs of the individual)
• Reliable, positive, emotionally intelligent, and values-driven

Contract details

• Temporary role for approximately 8 weeks
• £13.68 per hour
• Potential for the role to become permanent for the right candidate, though we are equally happy to keep it temporary

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 8 weeks

Pay: £13.68 per hour

Work Location: In person